Electrical Technician Jobs

Explore Electrical Technician jobs for experienced professionals ready to maintain, troubleshoot, test, and improve electrical equipment and systems. Ladders features vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more, including roles that may suit technicians with advanced expertise, industry certifications, and a strong record of solving complex technical problems.

What Electrical Technicians Do

Electrical Technicians install, inspect, test, maintain, and repair electrical systems and equipment. Depending on the role, they may work with industrial machinery, power distribution, controls, instrumentation, motors, or electronic components. They use technical drawings, diagnostic tools, and safety procedures to identify faults, support reliable operations, and document their work.

Industries and Work Environments

Electrical Technician opportunities can be found across manufacturing, utilities, energy, aerospace, telecommunications, building systems, and other technical fields. Work settings range from production floors and laboratories to power facilities and customer sites. Responsibilities and schedules vary by employer, equipment, and operational needs.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers commonly seek knowledge of electrical principles, troubleshooting, equipment testing, and workplace safety. Experience with programmable logic controllers (PLCs), motor controls, automation, instrumentation, or high-voltage systems can be valuable for specialized positions. Requirements vary; some employers prefer a technical degree or vocational training, relevant certifications, and several years of hands-on experience.

Find Electrical Technician Jobs on Ladders

Search Electrical Technician openings on Ladders to discover vetted jobs paying $100,000 or more. Compare role requirements, industries, and locations, then focus your search on opportunities that match your technical background and career goals. Compensation and qualifications vary by position.

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$102K - $172K *

Take ownership of complex outage management for gas and steam turbines, ensuring effective planning, execution, and closeout of events. Drive best practices and customer engagement while optimizing op...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Champion innovation by leading the development of cutting-edge automotive diagnostic and ADAS calibration hardware, integrating electrical and mechanical engineering to enhance product performance and...

Bridgeton, MORemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$110K - $130K *

Empower innovation by leading the development of cutting-edge automotive diagnostic and ADAS calibration hardware, integrating electrical and mechanical engineering to drive product excellence and ope...

Port Washington, NYRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$110K - $130K *

Develop cutting-edge automotive diagnostic and ADAS calibration hardware. Lead cross-functional teams in electrical and mechanical design, ensuring product excellence from concept through production a...

Lincolnshire, ILRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$110K - $130K *

Take ownership of the hardware development for cutting-edge automotive diagnostic and ADAS calibration equipment, integrating electrical and mechanical engineering to drive innovation and ensure produ...

Grand Rapids, MIRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$110K - $130K *

Transform automotive diagnostics by leading hardware engineering efforts, integrating electrical and mechanical design, and ensuring high-quality production of ADAS calibration equipment while fosteri...

Rochester, MIRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of automotive technology by leading the development of cutting-edge diagnostic and ADAS calibration equipment, integrating electrical and mechanical engineering t...

Charlotte, NCRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$110K - $130K *

Build the future of automotive diagnostics and ADAS calibration equipment. This hands-on role requires expertise in electrical and mechanical engineering, guiding product development from concept to p...

San Diego, CARemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$110K - $130K *

Innovate the future of automotive diagnostics by leading hardware engineering efforts. This hands-on role combines electrical and mechanical design, embedded controls, and manufacturing to create cutt...

Dexter, MIRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$110K - $130K *

Transform the future of automotive technology by leading the design and development of cutting-edge diagnostic and ADAS calibration equipment, integrating electrical and mechanical engineering to driv...

Kenosha, WIRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$110K - $130K *

Elevate the future of automotive technology by leading hardware development for ADAS calibration equipment. This hands-on role combines electrical and mechanical engineering to drive innovation and en...

Plymouth, MIRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team as a Lead Hardware Engineer, driving innovation in automotive diagnostic and ADAS calibration equipment. This hands-on role blends electrical and mechanical engineering, ensuring h...

Owatonna, MNRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$99K - $136K *

Drive enterprise digital support innovation by owning platform strategy, standards, and automation frameworks. Collaborate across functions to translate business needs into scalable solutions, influen...

CanadaRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$125K - $225K *

Drive the future of contract management by leading a team to negotiate and oversee complex contracts in the Energy and Nuclear sectors, ensuring compliance and strategic alignment with company objecti...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$95K - $115K *

Empower progress at the forefront of electrical engineering by leading substation design projects, ensuring compliance with standards, and mentoring a dynamic team to deliver innovative solutions in u...

Lewisville, TXRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$140K - $211K *

Lead the development and execution of Technical Services to enhance client support, drive service revenue, and meet business commitments while ensuring operational excellence and team performance in a...

Roanoke, VARemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$75K - $95K *

Advance your career by managing complex data center projects, coordinating between field operations and project management. This hands-on role offers growth opportunities while ensuring project execut...

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Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$93K - $126K *

Elevate your career by supporting diverse system studies in renewable energy projects. Collaborate in a dynamic environment, delivering technical expertise and leveraging advanced tools to ensure safe...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$140K - $170K *

Transform clinical engineering operations by leading initiatives that enhance service delivery, optimize resource management, and ensure compliance with regulatory standards while fostering strong rel...

Washington, USRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Reimagine data center design by collaborating with a team of experts to deliver innovative ICT solutions. Manage multiple projects while applying your technical knowledge to enhance infrastructure and...

Arlington, VARemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$99K - $123K *

Unlock potential by transforming design priorities into actionable AI solutions, enhancing workflows and tools for MEP engineering teams. Collaborate closely with design leaders to drive efficiency an...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Drive innovative software solutions by designing, developing, and testing systems-level software. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to meet operational specifications and enhance SAP functionali...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$100K - $120K *

Unlock compliance excellence by developing and implementing NERC strategies, ensuring adherence to standards, and fostering a culture of safety and accountability across operational areas...

Fort Worth, TXRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Advance enterprise threat detection capabilities by developing high-fidelity detections across security platforms. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance defensive posture and mentor junio...

Tennessee, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$107K - $195K *

Unlock potential by leading innovative substation engineering projects, collaborating with AI teams to enhance efficiency and effectiveness in design and execution, while ensuring quality and strategi...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does an Electrical Technician do?question toggle

    An Electrical Technician installs, tests, inspects, maintains, and troubleshoots electrical equipment and systems. Duties vary by industry and may involve industrial machinery, controls, power distribution, or instrumentation.

  • What qualifications are typically required for Electrical Technician jobs?question toggle

    Requirements depend on the employer and role. Employers may look for vocational or technical education, hands-on experience, knowledge of electrical safety and troubleshooting, and relevant certifications. Specialized positions may require experience with PLCs, automation, or high-voltage systems.

  • Where do Electrical Technicians work?question toggle

    Electrical Technicians work in industries such as manufacturing, utilities, energy, aerospace, telecommunications, and building systems. Their work may take place in facilities, laboratories, production environments, or at customer sites.

  • Can Electrical Technician jobs pay $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Some experienced, specialized, or senior Electrical Technician positions may offer salaries of $100,000 or more. Pay varies based on factors such as location, industry, qualifications, responsibilities, and employer.

  • How can I find Electrical Technician jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Search Ladders for vetted professional Electrical Technician openings with salaries of $100,000 or more, and review each listing for its responsibilities, qualifications, location, and compensation details.